95: Chapter 54 A cunning rabbit has three burrows

Bihai Lake Market.

Chen Xuan and his companion escaped from the Secret Realm.

In the distance, several warships were hovering.

Chen Xuan narrowed his eyes: "Brother Xiao, what is this?"

Xiao Ye was stunned and said in astonishment: "These are my Xiao Family's warships. Perhaps they are reinforcements?"

The two of them needed to carry out their mission quietly.

If they had not succeeded, the arrival of these warships, while not necessarily alerting the enemy, what could it mean? To finish the job?

Chen Xuan looked at Xiao Ye.

A sense of desolation arose in his heart.

He hoped it was not what he thought.

In the world of Cultivators, for the sake of resources, people would do anything.

Backstabbing was the most common occurrence.

Even if spoken aloud, no one would be surprised.

With Chen Xuan's experience, he had seen it many times; it was not worth mentioning.

The two escaped from Bihai Lake and arrived at the market on the lake surface.

A Foundation Establishment Cultivator looked at them; it was the one from the Xiao Family guarding the ferry.

"Great-uncle, why are you here?" Xiao Ye immediately asked.

His expression was puzzled, not appearing feigned.

Chen Xuan remained silent, merely observing.

With his protective jade talisman and his own mana, he did not fear a Foundation Establishment Cultivator.

He had the confidence to deal with these dangers.

"Ye'er, I received an urgent report issued by the Liuyang Sword Sect in Bihai Immortal City.

The White Lotus Sect is taking action against Qi Refinement Families on a large scale.

And they actually have methods to deal with Foundation Establishment.

A single statue is enough to subdue a Foundation Establishment Cultivator.

That is why I came, bringing the Xiao Family warships," the Xiao Family Old Ancestor explained.

"Thank you, Old Ancestor!" Xiao Ye bowed.

Immediately, he looked at Chen Xuan: "Brother Yun, I suppose the Old Ancestor came here out of concern for our safety."

He also vaguely guessed Chen Xuan's thoughts; after all, something like a Secret Realm was the root of a Family's longevity.

And since the Zhang Family of Bihai Lake had already perished, this place had a Tier 2 water vein and a Secret Realm!

This was something a Foundation Establishment Family dreamed of!

Furthermore, this Secret Realm relied on the water vein and was naturally a Tier 2 Secret Realm. Perhaps in the future, if they obtained the main Materials for foundation establishment pills, they could even mass-produce them!

With this, the Xiao Family's foundation for ten thousand generations was right here; how could they give it up?

No Family Disciple could move their legs upon seeing a Secret Realm.

Especially one that had just been discovered.

"Hmm, in that case, I will inform the Sect," Chen Xuan said indifferently.

He would notify the Sect that the mission was complete.

Whether to mention this underwater Secret Realm was entirely up to Chen Xuan.

Xiao Ye hurriedly said: "Brother Yun, I wonder if this Bihai Lake Market could be handed over to my Xiao Family to manage? The Zhang Family here is already dead."

The Xiao Family Foundation Establishment Cultivator also looked over.

Clearly, Chen Xuan's decision would determine the fate of a Family.

If Xiao Muting had asked, Chen Xuan naturally would not have refused.

He hesitated for a moment.

"This Secret Realm is a treasure for the entire Sword Sect. If I..." Chen Xuan smiled, stopping mid-sentence.

He openly watched their reactions.

Xiao Ye and the Xiao Family Old Ancestor both nodded and smiled: "The Secret Realm should naturally be reported; it is entirely up to you, young friend."

The Xiao Family Old Ancestor was indeed an old fox.

Leaving it entirely to Chen Xuan created huge opportunities.

Chen Xuan clearly understood his meaning.

If he didn't report it, Chen Xuan and the Xiao Family could negotiate the profits of the Secret Realm, or even find a way for Chen Xuan to monopolize it.

However, Chen Xuan needed this Secret Realm.

As his backup plan, to be managed by the Xiao Family.

"I like talking to smart people," Chen Xuan smiled.

The Xiao Family Old Ancestor immediately said: "No one is to leave the ship. Leave one warship behind, and the others will return with Xiao Xiao."

He needed to clear everyone away first.

It was only with his Foundation Establishment Divine Sense that he discovered the Secret Realm at the bottom of the lake.

He only vaguely sensed it because of the True Monarch-level mana fluctuations emanating from within.

The other clansmen had not discovered this.

The Xiao Family was also a Cultivation Family, and they executed orders strictly.

One by one, the warships departed.

The three of them returned to the last warship.

Chen Xuan understood clearly in his heart.

This Secret Realm should be the foundation for his next life.

Rather than handing it over to the Liuyang Sword Sect and losing control of it, it was better to hand it to the Xiao Family and control it cooperatively.

Moreover, he himself could obtain the main Materials for the foundation establishment pill: the "Heavenly Profound Treasure Lotus"!

His Revered Master had them!

Right in the backyard of the Conquest Hall, the lotus in the center of the pond swallowed and exhaled essence day and night, enjoying the Spirit Gathering Array; that was the Heavenly Profound Treasure Lotus.

In the future, developing a hidden force of his own was not impossible.

Xiao Ye tactfully poured tea.

He understood Chen Xuan's choice.

On one hand, it was certainly out of friendship.

On the other hand, it definitely involved his own considerations.

Chen Xuan placed the mission jade token on the table; this was the key to the negotiation.

Whatever Chen Xuan said would have an impact.

Now was the time for Chen Xuan's negotiation.

The Xiao Family Foundation Establishment Old Ancestor was already prepared to be heavily extorted.

At this moment, Chen Xuan said indifferently: "I have not reported this Secret Realm to the Sect, nor do I intend to report it to the Sect."

Xiao Ye and the Xiao Family Old Ancestor's eyes lit up simultaneously; this was huge good news.

A Foundation Establishment Family having a Secret Realm, and a Tier 2 Secret Realm at that, meant they were a Family with substance.

They were a true Immortal Family!

A true Immortal Family capable of continuing!

The Xiao Family Foundation Establishment Old Ancestor looked at Chen Xuan solemnly.

Next came the conditions!

"I want you to cultivate one person, and ensure that only a very small number of people know of the existence of this Secret Realm."

"That goes without saying." The Xiao Family Foundation Establishment Cultivator naturally understood the value of a Secret Realm.

That was why he had sent the clansmen away earlier; secrets are best kept among few.

"If the Xiao Family manages this Secret Realm, then only the Family Clan Chief's lineage and Foundation Establishment Cultivators will be allowed to know of its existence.

And the Cultivators within the Secret Realm, unless they achieve Foundation Establishment, must never come out for the rest of their lives."

The Old Ancestor continued to explain the arrangements: "Outside, we can use the Tier 2 water vein as the eye of the Formation to set up a Formation and conceal the entrance.

Therefore, the safety and secrecy of the Secret Realm need not be worried about at all."

"In the past, the Bihai Lake Market was able to maintain long-term peace and stability with just a Qi Refinement Family and a Foundation Establishment Cultivator sent by the Sword Sect, and they never discovered the Secret Realm.

In the future, as long as it is operated under your guidance, young friend, with the Xiao Family guarding it, it will naturally be safe."

Chen Xuan nodded.

This Xiao Family elder was somewhat knowledgeable.

Although he was only a Foundation Establishment Cultivator, his grasp of the big picture was not weak at all.

He considered things very comprehensively; at the very least, there were many details that Chen Xuan himself had not thought of.

For Chen Xuan, all he needed was to be able to obtain resources from it in his next life.

Nothing more.

"Hmm..." The Xiao Family Old Ancestor pondered for a moment, "I wonder what kind of person you want to cultivate, young friend?"

Chen Xuan took out a jade token and split it in two.

"In the future, a young man will come holding the other half of the jade token.

At that time, just give him the wealth accumulated over these years, and simultaneously assist him in completing his undertaking.

Short as a hundred years, long as a thousand years."

The Xiao Family Old Ancestor frowned; such a long time.

This Qilin of the Liuyang Sword Sect was not simple!

From a fisherman of the Xiao Family to a true Disciple of the Sword Sect, his vision was so far-reaching.

"Agreed, I am willing to swear a Dao Oath, and all Cultivators who enter must also swear a Dao Oath."

"Good." Chen Xuan smiled.

The Qingyuan Chamber of Commerce was already unstable because of Maitreya.

A cunning rabbit has three burrows—what about this move?